Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge
is located two miles south of Boynton Beach Boulevard, off U.S. 441. Their
Cypress boardwalk is newly reopened, so that you can get a close-up swamp
experience. Their Earth Day program includes a roving bird naturalist
and other interesting wildlife experiences.
In total, the refuge includes
over 221 square miles of Everglades habitat, and is home to the
American alligator and as many as 257 species of birds may use the
refuge's wetland habitats.

In addition to being a home to wildlife, the refuge offers many recreational
opportunities: Walking trails, a canoe trail, bike trail, boat ramps,
fishing platform, observation towers, butterfly garden, and a visitor center.
Daily Schedule: Refuge opens at 5:00 A.M. and closes at 6:00 P.M.
Visitors Center: Open Wed - Fri 9:00 - 4:00; Sat and Sun 9:00 to 4:30.
Golden Age Passport gives you free admission.
$5.00 per vehicle.

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